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Fire‐Safe Holiday Essentials: Must‐Have Items for Live Christmas Trees on Stacey Tea’s Amazon Storefront

Category	Recommended Items	Why It Matters
Decorations	Flame-retardant ornaments, treated ribbons, non-paper garlands	Reduces ignition risk from sparks or hot bulbs
Lighting	UL-listed LED lights, intact wires, surge-protected power strip	LEDs stay cool, prevent overheating, and avoid electrical overloads
Tree Stand	Heavy-duty stand with ≥1 gallon water capacity	Keeps tree hydrated, stable, and less flammable
Tree Skirt	Flame-retardant fabric (avoid cotton/felt)	Prevents fire spread to gifts or flooring
Candles	Battery-operated flameless candles	Eliminates open flame risk near branches
Fire Safety Tools	Smoke detectors, Class A fire extinguisher nearby	Early detection and quick response to fire
Placement	At least 3 feet from fireplaces, heaters, radiators	Prevents heat exposure and drying
Daily Care	Check water level, unplug lights overnight, inspect cords	Maintains freshness and prevents electrical hazards
End-of-Season	Prompt disposal once needles dry out	Dry trees ignite quickly; don’t keep past holidays

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Fire‐Safe Holiday Essentials: Must‐Have Items for Live Christmas Trees on Stacey Tea’s Amazon Storefront

✅ Expanded Safety Checklist (Bullets)

• Decorations
  • Choose ornaments labeled flame resistant or flame retardant
  • Avoid paper, untreated fabric, or straw decorations
  • Skip aerosol snow sprays unless marked non-flammable

Peppermint Swirls & Elf Twirls ORNAMENTS

• Lighting
  • Use LED lights (cooler, energy-efficient, safer)
  • Ensure lights are UL-listed for indoor use
  • Replace damaged strands immediately
  • Limit connected strands to manufacturer’s recommendation
• Electrical Safety
  • Plug lights into a surge-protected strip
  • Never run cords under rugs or pinch them in doors
  • Keep extension cords rated for indoor holiday use
• Tree Stand & Hydration
  • Select a stand that holds at least 1 gallon of water
  • Refill daily—fresh trees are far less flammable
  • Ensure stand is sturdy to prevent tipping
• Tree Skirt
  • Use flame-retardant fabric skirts
  • Avoid cotton, felt, or untreated cloth
• Candles
  • Replace real candles with battery-operated LED versions
  • Position flameless candles for ambiance without risk

FLOATING FLAMELESS CANDLES

• Fire Safety Tools
  • Test smoke detectors before decorating
  • Keep a Class A fire extinguisher in the same room
  • Review fire escape plan with family
• Placement
  • Keep tree 3+ feet away from fireplaces, radiators, or space heaters
  • Avoid blocking exits or walkways
• Daily Care
  • Unplug lights before bed or leaving home
  • Inspect cords and bulbs regularly
  • Keep pets from chewing wires or drinking tree water
• End-of-Season
  • Remove tree once needles become brittle
  • Never burn tree branches indoors—dispose via recycling or pickup
• Fire‐Safe Holiday Essentials: Must‐Have Items for Live Christmas Trees on Stacey Tea’s Amazon Storefront

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